Both individuals must be present to apply for a marriage license and must get married in Kankakee County. Marriage licenses are valid for 60 days beginning one day after the date issued. For example, a marriage license issued on May 1st may be used on May 2nd and within the next 60 days.

Proof of Age:

All persons must present proper proof of age identification, in the form of either a birth certificate or a valid driver’s license or state I.D.

Exceptions:

Persons divorced one year or less from the date of application are requested to supply proof of divorce decree.

By Illinois law, first cousins cannot marry until the age of fifty. Persons under the age of sixteen cannot marry.

All applicants age 16 or 17 will need consent of both parents, legal guardians, or judicial approval. Applicants must present a certified copy of their birth certificate showing parents’ names. The parents or guardians must also be present and show identification. Non-residents who require consent to marry must present a sworn statement from the County Clerk of the county where they reside signed by both parents or legal guardians with the County’s seal attached.

Fee:The fee for a marriage license is $30.00. The marriage license fee is subject to change by state legislature.
Individuals may request certified copies of their marriage license. The cost for one certified copy is $10, and additional copies are $4 each.

Persons desiring a judge to unite them in marriage should contact the Circuit Court at (815) 936-5700.